Barton in Snow: Part 2

If you have any pictures of you enjoying the snow, or of any snowy pictures around Barton in general, then please email to me at daretoknow@mac.com and I will post them on the Blog.

Barton in Snow: Part 1

Thanks to Annabel McCourt for these photos, taken on Sunday 20th December. I'll be posting Barton in Snow: Part 2 later tonight.

Barton, decorated

It's only when the daylight fades that you get to see the full spectacle  of the pretty lights that the town has been decorated with, so off I trotted last night (in the pouring and freezing rain) to get some shots of Barton, decorated, and looking festive.

The large Christmas tree outside the Link.

Up High Street.

The same shot, but I liked the red trails left by a car that came past.

Queen Street.

Looking down George Street.

and back up George Street.

Leisure time in Barton during World War II exhibition

Here are a few photos taken at the current exhibition of leisure time pursuits of the people of Barton during World War II at Baysgarth House Museum. It's a fascinating little display containing archive photos, aural histories, music, posters, American uniform and plenty of other paraphernalia. The exhibition is on until January the 31st 2010 and I encourage you to go and take a look, I found it really interesting.

For more information contact Louise on 637568.

Baysgarth House Museum Christmas Fayre

Busy crowds descended upon Baysgarth House Museum today to enjoy their wonderful Christmas Fayre, that was full of a wide variety of stalls, refreshments, live music and of course Santa himself. Not forgetting all the exhibitions in the museum that were on display, there was plenty to keep everyone entertained. There was a great atmosphere, not least helped along by the premiere performance of the Barton Town Community Band! I of course was on duty in the band, so thanks to Annabel for taking photos for this post.

"Welcome to Baysgarth House Museum Christmas Fayre"

All the way from Humberston for this special event.

"You were late!".. "Half 12 you said, and can you move a bit, you're too close!"

The band playing some carols.

Museum volunteers on the book stall.

Cornet and Trombone players hard at work.

Selling home-made Christmas decorations.

Sophie and Bethany Evison.. in hats.

The raffle ladies.. tempting us with their fabulous prizes.

Selling pickles and onions..

It's Santa himself! Taking a rest before another visit.